Tantrums, Sleep Training, Potty Training, Nanny. Parenting Q&A | Mimi Ikonn

This a very in depth parenting Q&A with some of the questions you have submitted to me.
2:00 - How has your parenting philosophy develop?
4:40 - What is your biggest goal as a parent?
7:10 - What are some parenting book that you recommend?
13:50 - Does Alexa have any screen time?
18:00 - How do you avoid saying "NO"?
21:58 - Do you have a nanny?
25:32 - Is Alexa potty trained?
27:20 - Sleep training?
31:20 - Does Alexa have tantrums or meltdowns?
36:41 - What do you feed Alexa?
Recommended Books:
Bringing up Bebe by Pamela Druckerman
Self Confident Baby by Magda Gerber
No Bad Kids by Janet Lansbury
Mindset by Carol Dweck
Biology of Belief by Bruce Lipton
Oh Crap! Potty Training Book by Jamie GLowacki
Sleep Trainer we used is Carol Mae www.carolmaeconsulting.co.uk/
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[@AleeshaSingh]

Anyone else with no children watching this video? Can’t get enough of your content girl!

[@MimiIkonn]

Aleesha Singh thank you ❤️

[@mr.perfect.4948]

Aleesha Singh I have no kids no wife :-P just for here for the seek of knowledge because i believe "Knowledge is Power"

[@Daniela-ys5lb]

Same here!

[@mr.perfect.4948]

Graceful Improvement Thank you.

[@mr.perfect.4948]

Graceful Improvement subscribed your channel too :-P

[@jovitartist]

Alexa will be so proud and grateful when she watches this video in future 🙌❤

[@nataliajakubowska9298]

Thank you for this video! I'm after massive jetlag after the flight from California to Dublin and this video is the nicest things that happens to me :D

[@666Niusia]

i had a shivers when i was listening to you. its just what i think- we dont possess children we are here to help them to understand world they are separately human beings.thank you for this video MIMI You are very wise and conscious!

[@preethijose1466]

I am glad you are putting out videos like this again

[@MimiIkonn]

It’s my pleasure ❤️

[@freshmorrow7]

Mimi Ikonn more please

[@KR-sg4jt]

I love to watch these types of videos. Not only because it makes me even more exciting of whats to come in my life about 10 years from now (hopefully☺️) but also because it makes me aprechiating my parents even more. My Mama had 3 children in 3 years. My older sister and I are 17 months apart and my little sister and I 16 months. Her first priority are and always have been her children and she stayed at home for more than 10 years. She walked us to school until we were old enough and it was safe enough to do it by ourselfs, we always had a fresh cooked meal at lunch time when we came home and she always found time to drive us to music-classes, dance-classes etc. I don‘t know how she could manage to have 3 children in such same age, have a strong marriage with my Papa, to build a house together and also do the household. My Mama is truely my hero! I know we are blessed as a family! Thank you Mimi for this beautiful video and greetings from Austria to you and your beautiful family !❤️

[@trueglam04]

The longer videos are the best!! Keep them coming ❤️☺️

[@CeLiA_ABC]

Thank you Mimi for taking such a conscious and informed approach to parenting....I think often times, parents forget how much power they have over the cognitive, emotional and physical development of their child. I don't know if I will ever become a parent but as a keen learner, the information/advice you've shared have undoubtedly helped further my knowledge in parenting. Thank you immensely for being so generous in sharing your advice (love that you deliver your message in a way that's non-judgemental too) xxCelia

[@elisabethhenderson6204]

Best parenting video I’ve ever watched.

[@reachinghights132]

This is amazing! I always admire the person that you are. Being in my mid 20s and not having children for now, this still relates to me because you're putting into words ideas and thoughts I had about what I already felt deep inside from studying sociology and reading about self development, its the most delicate and intense responsibility in this world: motherhood:) I never connected to another person with their ideas so much! but everything you're saying resonates on such a deep level and makes clear sense. SO MUCH LOVE :) thank you for putting this content out here! Love being a part of your beautiful journey xo

[@HealthyGroceryGirl]

Love this video! Thank you for taking the time to share all of this with us! xx

[@elenatarasova1891]

What are you going to do about school? You like travelling and Alexa is growing up....

[@avanteep9144]

Few months ago I had ask this same question to Mimi on IG, but she couldn't reply! I hope she will reply this time...

[@jefferdenerochester7530]

Maybe they'll home school... They can teach her or don't online or hire a teacher to come in... That way they can still travel.. just a thought lol maybe they'll only travel when school is on break

[@amberleaf7]

Mimi said before that they are NOT going to homeschool because Alexa is very outgoing and loves to socialize. I think it's safe to assume that they will put her in a good quality private school in their area, as they can afford the best school.

[@jefferdenerochester7530]

@@amberleaf7 o ok... I was just saying tho... They got options

[@sylel223]

Hello Mimi! It is my first ever comment under any of your videos. You are a very intelligent, attractive woman who seems to know what she wants out of life and how to achieve it. I respect it and admire it. There is only one thing though that I truly envy you - it is the fact that you seem to be truly in love with yourself and very appreciative of everything you do e.x. you took care of your daughter without hired help and you seem to be really admiring yourself for it since you know you had the resources to do it another way ( at least that is how I read your videos about parenting since you always always emphasize this fact so it must be important). Most women do it too, most have months and months of sleepless nights, most entertain their kids for hours and change every single diaper,most have no choice. The difference is though, that you admire yourself for it and praise yourself for it and think you are amazing for having done it. Most women will shrug their shoulders, think that is just their duty, nothing amazing and never give themselves any credit for it. I admire this quality in you because it must be extremely helpful in life and healthy for your mental well being. This is one thing that I really would like to teach my daughter - do not take yourself for granted, give yourself a pat on the back from time to time even at the expense of coming across as boastful,full of yourself or conceited because there will be very few people in life who will do it for you whenever you deserve it.

[@natpaler883]

That is called gratitude!

[@AM-lz5yn]

love this comment of yours.

[@benedekanna924]

this comment is one of the best i ve read on youtube and the highlight of this whole video and discussion! saving it for my future reference. thank you

[@zaineb4241]

So good Mimi i now can hear someone confirming my parenting philosophy. The good thing is that even if your parent knock up your parenting you are given another chance to recorrect that and make an effort and be the best for your own children.

[@IcyJaXxX]

You have blown my mind! I feel like you've given me so much insight into parenting. Love how you talk about being mindful when you speak to Alexa and how you speak to as if she understands everything you are saying...I do the same thing and family has teased me about it. I ALWAYS say children understand more than they can express. It's how they develop a broader vocabulary and master their primary language.

[@realityyoutubebysonam2402]

Just totally appreciate the way u prepare ur description box

[@szvetlana1000]

We have an absolute zero screen rule with our daughter. We had the same problem with cutting nails and this is what worked: she was amazed by the vacuum cleaner so my husband vacuums while I quickly cut (and file!) her nails and toe nails. She is 15 months old and recently had her first screen experience. At the doctors the nurse played her a minute long video. It blew her mind bless her :D. We’ll keep up the no screen rule as long as possible

[@thealexandravibe2768]

Mimi, I am glad you shared your parenting approach and how it came about. All the best!

[@Layla_Charlie]

I feel guilty as a mum after watching this video. My daughter is two weeks older than Alexa , not potty trained, loves her tv kids songs and I exposed her to more tv time as when I got pregnant with number 2 I was sick non stop and I have no my or husbands family around. We too live in London but I can’t afford childcare or house help so it’s almost got depressing with how hard and difficult everything is. I am impressed by mimi approach and how Alexa loves her veggies but let’s be real- mimis reality is not an average mum reality.

[@AC-pq1cd]

so true

[@saraha4364]

Thank you Mimi for posting such good quality videos on youtube, you bring a lot of value to the viewers, Thanks again. xoxo

[@szandragyorgy2427]

Amazing video, I love your mindset and ur parenting style! You are an inspiration for sure.

[@AleeshaSingh]

I love your aesthetic, and approach to life situations. You inspired me to create my own KZbin channel and live a life I am proud about. Thank you for sharing all of your positive vibes and energy with us! 🙏

[@anastasiasky2345]

Great video, Mimi! Very wise and healthy approach to parenting

[@davinatedja]

Finally, the long awaited video. Thanks for making this. Really glad about it. Cant wait to hear more about parenting from you. Love you

[@malunallena1364]

Wonderful video Mimi! Thanks so much for sharing and being relatable. It’s so helpful to hear about how you deal with Alexa’s tantrums. The book recommendations have also been great resources for myself and husband. Xoxo

[@BegamBustan999]

Dear mimi, thank you so much for this super interesting video! I have one more question: What’s your opinion on buying lots of toys for your child? Sometimes when I’m visiting my friends I see their kids literally swimming in toys and they are basically everywhere! When I’m watching your vlogs I realize that Alexa only has a few lovely wooden toys, her writing board and books 😊 I would love to hear your opinion on that 💗

[@bessyisyourbestieforever3164]

Hey I know I am not Mimi but maybe you find this perspective interesting. My daughter has a lot of toys because I was going to open a dayhome. Everything was ready to go and than I got pregnant again. I didn't intend to make her swim in toys, because I really don't think more is better in that regard. However when kids do have a lot of toys its really important that they are organized. I have mine organized montessori style where everything is easily accessible to her and not cluttered. Second my toys are either books pretend play or physical activity based. I do not have any toys like water guns guns anything that encourages violent behaviour. She has 2 dolls but ones that match what she looks like and no pretend make up. Its those little things that can make a difference. I have to say she did in my expereince learn a lot playing with her toys , but again I am very selective.

[@cmaCsunshine]

Mimi I absolutely love your beliefs and everything you stand for. I started watching your channel about 2-3 years ago and you have been such an inspiration to me and have actually helped me change the way I look at life. I’m so happy your making more videos lately!! Thanks for everything you do!

[@veronicacarrillo5569]

Awesome Video!! 😍 I would love more parenting videos.

[@serenabusch5202]

I have 4 children and obviously the stress can be high at times. My children are 5, 3, and 1 year old twins. I have found myself latley with next to no patience and feeling emotionally exhausted. Your video has shone a huge amount of light on my own actions and I look forward to reading/listening to some of your suggested books. Thank you for sharing your parenting philosophy with me. 🌸

[@irinabasmanova4733]

Serena, hi! I’m not saying it’s for everyone, of course it depends how you feel about food supplements but I have 9 months old twins (no other children and I applaud to you👏🏻💪🏻) and I can imagine how stressful this is. What I was saying, I’ve been recommended 5-HTP supplements and it’s working great for me. It helps to boost your serotonin level, reduces anxiety and stress. You can always give it a try and see how you feel) All the best to you and your family Xx

[@mariaestrada3683]

@@irinabasmanova4733 hi what kind of supplement is that?

[@egerena91]

I found this so interesting. You can say no to a child and still explain why you told them no. Also, how do you plan on preparing her for failure and make sure shes not entitled and that she has to work for every little thing in the world that she will have?

[@kirky9347]

A great book that explains everything is "No Drama Discipline." A child will not be entitled if it is cared for with love and understanding. Exactly the opposite.

[@egerena91]

@@kirky9347 thanks for the reference. I prefer not to use books to raise children because no one child is the same and no one knows my child like I do. That being said, I am not opposed to pointers based off of actual real life experience, not found in a book. I think it's hard for a child to realize that there is more to life than them if they are constantly catered to. This started happening with my son before his little sister was born. Once he realized that the world didnt revolve around him and he had to earn any and every luxury like extra toys and fun outings, he really started to change his behavior.

[@kirky9347]

@@egerena91 you won't read books to learn what other people have to say based off of research and experience? No book is ever telling you that you have to raise your child one way, they are all roadmaps and then each parent molds it to their style. Many books have examples of real life experiences...it is so disappointing to see people so closed off to learning.

[@egerena91]

@@kirky9347 not closed off to learning at all. Just because I dont parent based off of a book doesn't mean I dont want to learn. Silly to make outlandish assumptions. I read a lot, that doesn't mean I have to read parenting books. So sad to see ppl jump to conclusions all the time these days. You dont know me from adam, so it's silly to say that I am closed off to learning, bc you dont really know.

[@annastepanenko6528]

this is such a storehouse of knowledge! i am so incredibly thankful for what you do, thank you for sharing, Mimi!

[@ainou2001]

Im only 17 so I’m not having any kids any time soon but I really love your philosophies on being a mother and how to raise your kid!

[@jenn23love]

Loved this so much! Thank you so much for sharing, keep uploading! We look forward to it 😍

[@nadiasharef7589]

I could listen to you for hours and not get bored 🙂 Love the way you raise Alexa. More parenting videos , please!! ❤️

[@shelleymusleh439]

Our parenting philosophies are extremely similar! I loved this video. I will say I do say no if my son is about to do something extremely dangerous.

[@bstaylor32]

Great video!! Thank you so much for taking time to provide such in depth information with great resources to use! 💗

[@vicinalucinda]

Thank you so much for sharing. I would love more videos about anything related to parenting.

[@Atakantee]

I love your parenting style, Mimi! So many good tips in this video. Thank you for uploading 💕

[@thiarymelo9238]

Dear Mimi, Thank you for always sharing your wisdom and positivity with us! Please, please do more parenting related videos. I became a mother almost two years ago and in my attempt to give her the best life possible- I’ve come across some eye-opening truths about our lives. It has been very overwhelming to learn about all the chemicals and toxics that we are exposed to- even in food. I try given her organic, non-gmo foods whenever I can afford it. However, I feel like I can still do so much more and I just don’t know how. Sadly, like many other people, I’ve been ignorant on many issues. Please share with us some tips on avoiding hidden chemicals, harmful food ingredients, pesticides, etc.So we can learn to protect our precious babies :) Blessings to you and your beautiful family- specially to Alexa Love :)

[@fourseasonsnotebook1767]

Thanks for sharing so many inspiring advices !

[@masha26248]

Thank you so much for sharing your precious knowledge with us!!! Please continue to make other videos like this one! They're so inspirational and extremely helpful!! 😘

[@queenbrown17]

This was wonderful! You are so thoughtful as a parent. Thank you for sharing all this information.

[@AmandaEvelyn8]

You are doing a phenomenal job Mimi! Thank you for sharing!

[@chantalantar2959]

Mimii, I have been watching your videos for 5 years and your videos and tips always helped me through hard times!! Loveed this q&a❤️

[@lovelylangers]

Alexa is so lucky to have such wonderful parents who are open to learning and trying a different approach. All too often parents bring up their children in the same or similar way to their parents, which is not necessarily the best for the children. How we are treated as children has a massive impact on later life.

[@keessencelee3505]

I absolutely love your channel and your beautiful family. It's just a breath of fresh air and I'm excited that you chose to share this video with us. I truly enjoyed your transparency and the fact that you are such an intentional parent💕

[@ValeriaDik]

Millions likes! I'm not a parent but one of the most interesting videos. Good for future patenting and for relationships with others 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@butterflygirl141]

I always think it’s sweet that you and Alex upload videos in the same day. True partners for life! ❤️

[@nabeeeeeela]

One of the best vdo's iv seen. Pls post more vdos on parenting. Whatever u shared was so inspiring. Being a new mom I keep searching for the best parenting tips and getting them from u Mimi is so good. I am following your vdos since years now. Lots of love to Alexa.

[@abcdefghijklmno785]

I love these types of videos because it inspires me to do better as a person (obviously not as a parent, because I am single and intend to be single). I remember when I was still a kid, my parents, grandparents and relatives talked about how we, as Chinese people, should get married in a certain way bla-bla-bla or how our careers should look like bla-bla-bla. If you watched, "Crazy Rich Asians", that's pretty much the actual lives of Chinese people. Chinese people are very traditional. Marriage is a requirement, a business and a rule that we should follow (otherwise...there is a consequence). They are very competitive, too. They always compare their kids and their kids achievements with relatives. That's why we are not close with any cousins, because while we were growing up, we started to think of them as our "opponents" (not as our enemies, but in a contest kind of "opponent"). When I moved away from them for 5 years, because I made a bad decision to live with my ex-bf who I did not know was a habitual cheater, a pathological liar, a narcissist, a gambler and a girlfriend-beater... things changed for them. When I got in touch with them again after 5 years, they were no longer as traditional as the Chinese people. My family just accepted the fact that I made a mistake of moving away, because I fell in love with the wrong person, but that mistake taught me a great lesson, too. I became responsible and my goals became clearer. Thank goodness, I was never pregnant with my ex, because I would hate to see his child's face for the rest of my life because that child would have been his reason to keep in touch with me, and that would have made me suffer twice! My ex always told me that I made him feel "lesser" as a man because I dont allow him to drink or do "man stuff" (like cheating?). Obviously, it is NOT a woman's job to make a man feel like a man. My ex wanted me to act dumb or to be someone who'd just keep on forgiving him for his mistakes, such as lying and cheating. I suffered for 5 years only because in my head, I thought I had to accept my fate, because I disobeyed my family. When I finally decided to leave my cheating and violent ex, I quickly moved out of his apartment in the middle of the night, while he was out (because he works night shift at a startup publishing company). It took me 5 years to realize that I don't need a man in my life to feel complete. There is so much I can do WITHOUT a man or a partner in my life. I realized that I am smarter and stronger than I thought. I respect and love myself even more. Now, I live in a nice condo with my fur kid named Diggy. I feel even more complete WITHOUT a guy in my life. I can do so many things. I am more productive without him. I feel so much safer and happier knowing that I am surrounded by good people and people with healthy habits. My family is just a text or call away. I still prefer to live by myself just to keep the boundaries. Sometimes, my family still do the same old habits of "controlling" because it has been part of their ways. But because I dont live in the same house with them, they will always remember that, I am not a kid anymore. I need my own space and alone time. I am an introvert, so my alone time is actually 95% of the time. I also work from home and I cannot work when there are people around me. Bottom line is, parents need to be their kid's #1 fan and #1 best friend. The bond should be stronger than outside friends. Outside friends are harder to trust because they have a different lifestyle. Most of them drink, smoke, use drugs, gamble, sleep with many men or women very often, etc. FYI, I only had ONE boyfriend (the violent ex-bf). I NEVER gambled, used drugs or slept with many men, but in college, I learned to drink and smoke for a while. But I have been a teetotaler since year 2013 and I quit smoking after college (2003). These bad habits can influence kids big time. It is important that parents are there to guide their kids about these things and talk to their kids about these reality as early as possible. When they do, they should discuss it with their kids in a relaxed manner; just like talking to a friend. :) I love your videos, Mimi. I have been watching your vlogs since Day 1. ^_^ You inspired me so much.

[@avanteep9144]

Oh my God... You've been through so much in life & you're strong enough to accept everything with your heart wide open... I don't know how found your comment; I think I was meant to read it & know that you & only you are the reason of your own happiness... No one can take it & no one can give it to you either!

[@abcdefghijklmno785]

@@avanteep9144 You said it right. Only a few listened and believed my story. Most of them thought I only made up the story because I was "obsessed" with my ex-bf... which is ridiculous. My ex-bf took advantage of the fact that I am an introvert and he thought I wont tell anyone about his real personality: a habitual cheater and a girlfriend-beater, that was why I posted the full story on KZbin and Instagram, "WHY I FINALLY LEFT HIM"... so everyone would know his true colors. He & his crowd also mocked me & gossiped about me because I "created a KZbin channel". He just did not get it. For me, my KZbin channel is my outlet; my video diary. When I started uploading videos in 2016, KZbin was my safe place. A place where I can be "me". He started hitting me in 2016, the same year we moved to a different apartment (an apartment owned by his bestfriend's wife). True or not, rumor has it that my ex-bf and that married woman were intimate in the office. But that married woman was just "one of the many" women he got involved with. Anyway, years before that (2013-2015), he still couldn't hit me, because we were still living with another couple and their 2 little kids (the guy was our colleague back then). Well, everything we go through in life teaches us a great lesson. I realized that as a woman, I am in charge of my own happiness. As a woman, I should learn to be less emotional and more practical and realistic. Whatever men can do, women can, too. In cases when we cannot, such as advanced carpentry, plumbing, etc.), I would rather hire someone to do the job, instead of using that as an excuse to "have" a man in life so I have someone else to help me do "man stuff" or someone to grow old with. These days, chivalry is dead. For men, their definition of "masculinity" is cheating and beating up women. I am still thankful, because the pain he caused me for 5 years motivated me to finally move out on my own and not because he threatened to drag me outside. :-) I hope I inspired a lot of women out there who are in the same situation I was. "Falling in love is not everything. Self-love and self-respect are."

[@shanajbegum2031]

This is the first 40minute long video I have EVER watched on KZbin. Wow. I am soo grateful for this video more than any other, it's taught me so many new things to try with my 26month old too. I love your parenting philosophy, I wish i was as strong and determined as you are with Alexa. It's hard being a parent but you always motivate me to keep going strong.

[@Zagizka]

Awesome! I was waiting for it! You are such an inspiration as a parent! 😍

[@siriv2610]

I can go on watching for another hour ☺️ This video is very helpful. My younger one is 3 and often has meltdowns. I do say no to most of things too 😒 Will stop saying No from now on. Thanks a lot Mimi. You are the best 😘🤗

[@patryciagaroch]

Mimi I will be forever grateful that you shared all this information it truly resonantes with me even though I wanted to rise my son screen-free it was really hard and I haven’t been there yet he will watch cartoons for about one hour and it breaks my heart. He started watching cartoons since he was 1.5 now he is 3. I will start doing the listening more. Thanks so much Mimi! ♥️

[@erwanpestiaux8241]

I love this video, I will probably come back to watch it again when needed! Thanks

[@shardae5219]

This is great Mimi. So many similar parenting philosophies. Thank you for the book recommendations.

[@throwingshine9138]

THIS VIDEO IS PURE GOLD I'm totally down for the 10-hour-version

[@ashleys5453]

Mimi..thank you for taking the time to make this video. My husband is 39, I am 34 and we have gone back and forth on whether or not we want to have a child, mainly because I really struggle with how I see parents interact with children in today's world. We have really taken our time, have discussed a lot about what is important to us, how we will speak to our child etc.. and I think its been really beneficial both to our relationship but also if we do decide to have a child. My husband was raised in France and it is VERY obvious there is a difference in their parenting style. Although in North America I find woman tend to take the lead role, I feel like I trust his methods and appreciate his parenting philosophy more than I can relate to. Alexa will be so grateful for your thoughtfulness in your parenting!

[@mahll222]

HAPPY, HEALTHY and Independent .... even as an adult ... i found this words of wisdom very inspired and helpful .... Thanks, Mimi. 💟👍

[@jessicaleighton]

Mimi, this was fantastic! Thank you so much for sharing in such great detail & for being authentic with your experiences- it’s great to know we share the same struggles & philosophies/parenting methods. I’m raising my 10-month-old daughter the *exact* same way, including Montessori principles (which I know Alexa is now attending!) Best to you, my fellow Toronto-born/living abroad Mama. Cheers! x

[@dorisejike2475]

thanks for being so open and honest. it's nice to see a different perspective to things.

[@thefullfilledlife]

So glad you were able to get help in the beginning. I was also a New Mom with no family in town or local support the first year... finding ways to get support is so important!! Sending love

[@s.chitra7882]

Mimi, thanks a lot for the beautiful video with good information. Your description box is well written.love you

[@shvigaranna]

Mimi, thank you so much for this video ! Inspired me to be a better parent and fix my mood so much ♥️

[@museamuse8745]

I don’t even have kids but I watched this video to analyze my relationships with my parents and to find out what are the mistakes they made while raising me. Because for quite a long time I had no confidence, I felt like everyone is better in everything than me, and I don’t deserve love and respect. So now I’m a grown up and it is my job to fix those mistakes and to change mindset in order to achieve something in life and more importantly to be happy. I wanna thank you 🙏🏻 Mimi for being so honest, open and for sharing your beautiful journey with us. I love you ❤️

[@manalidbali]

Thank you so so much Mimi for sharing your parenting philosophy with us ❤️ yes please do an other video about this same topic 😍 Love you and your family ❤️😘

[@sarahleonardi3520]

I truly loved this long video! I'm so grateful you are in my life! Thanks a lot for all good video you do. Big hugs from Italy♥

[@pklor627]

I really enjoyed this Q & A! Thank you for sharing 💕

[@christiane5926]

love your suggested books and eliminating NO from our vocabulary. Finally found a great tip to eliminate her screen time tantrums. My 2 year old son is very persistent and can constantly ask me a million times during the day which is exausting so the listen but not watch idea is genius! Thank you Mimi, I love your suggestions. Another fellow Canadian mother, xxx

[@samyacherifi7363]

Mimi and Alex ,you are inspiring me a lot .Love ❤

[@ghizlane6905]

Hi Mimi, thank you for being who you are! your positivity and advises were really helpful during hard days! The first thing I do in the morning is listening to one of your positive videos, I am grateful to follow you for many years now! Alexa is lucky to have both Alex and you as parents

[@katiethriveshine]

Wow, this was such an education! I'm not yet a parent, but an ex-nursery school teacher turned holistic health coach and I share so many of your child rearing ideas and philosophies. So many golden nuggets of pure parenting wisdom delivered in such a succinct and deeply insightful way that I'm sure many parents will benefit from!! I have a brand new baby niece and believe her parents need to carve their own parenting-path, but I will definitely share this with them so they can take what speaks to them and leave the rest. I love that Bruce Lipton's book has influenced you so much in being mindfully aware of the impact your words/actions have on Alexa's developing subconscious mind and what she's exposed to. My boyfriend is a hypnotist and he will LOVE hearing this as he truly understands how belief's become embedded into the subconscious - children truly are little sponges! So good, Mimi! I'll be sharing this far and wide - so much gratitude, thank you x

[@tuansiew]

Mimi I’m not even a parent, not married but still watch your videos because you’re so inspiring. Learning something from you everyday. I know one day I will get to use what you have shared with us. Be it parenting, positivity in life, love etc.

[@alinastrategy4442]

Amazing Mimi!!! Completely agree with you 👏🏻 A great video for studying 👍🏼

[@deerdeborah7907]

Hi, Mimi! I love your vlogs. I am not a parent, but I love your personal parenting philosophy. I love that you treat Alexa as an equal individual and also how you treat her the way you remember how you would like to be treated at her age. I love your authenticity and your positive-thinking. 🌺 - Deborah.

[@homeandkin2357]

Thanks for sharing Mimi! I think these books might align with your parenting: the whole brain child, simplicity parenting, the parent’s Tao Ching, and the conscious parent!

[@hiralmahatma2610]

Thankyou very much for this great video. There is so much to learn from all the great information you have given.

[@arwafahad9200]

Woow anazing!! I learnt alot!! We definetly need PART2🤩♥️♥️♥️! LOVE YA MIMI!

[@savannahpena9200]

Love how real you are and talking about how you deal with things and even ur own break downs ur so strong an a great mother ❤️

[@shahadald3291]

you know i dont know why i cried, you just uplifted me to be a better mom. thank you

[@MimiIkonn]

awww

[@shahadald3291]

I love you too ❤️

[@cassandrarosa3730]

These are the videos I really enjoy from you

[@luluirmes]

Book I definitely recommend: No-drama discipline :)

[@Almost1216]

💕💕💕 Thank you for sharing!!! This has been amazing to hear! I didn’t learn this from my parents and as a parent I knew my upbringing was not good but (now In therapy) I’m learning why and what went wrong. Watching this has actually brought me some clarity as to what went wrong in my life as a child but also how I’m teaching those things to my child. I’m going to read all these books because I’ve been trying so hard to figure out how to be a good and better mom. The “No” thing that was a big one for me! I tried this and did it for the first 2 years and then somewhere along the way I lost my patience and started a bad habit. Ugh a habit I want to do away with immediately! Thanks again for sharing! You have no idea how helpful this has been for me! 🤗

[@beverleyroberts1025]

I think you and Alex Mimi are great parents, I love the vlogs where you are dancing with Alexa, this is what children want, their parents interaction and time. Most of my happy childhood memories are parents and grandparents playing the simplest games with us. Children should be aloud to use their imagination and creativity, I think those things are so important to brain development. And most importantly, I have known people recently who did not feel their parents thought they were worth anything because the criticised and punished rather than encourage, tell their children they are proud of them and love them, even when they make mistakes. This is what goes a long way into making a good, happy, grateful, kind and well balanced human being.xx Love your videos Mimi and love your passion for everything 😄 x

[@lilithlove7614]

I love this video Mimi! I’d love for you to do a separate video on your philosophy of not using “No” to adults and in your everyday dialogue. I’m grateful to be able to watch the content you put out

[@charlottenielsen884]

Thank you for taking your time to share this ❤

[@quaintwoods5456]

Was an amazing video, would love a part 2 , lots more Qs to ask!

[@Cooking_beauty332]

Thank u so much mimi for the wonderful insights. Very useful and inspiring.

[@vais.su.9543]

I also like the support that Alex brings you with recommanding you books !

[@carolineptenchick]

one of the best videos you made imo . thanks!

[@elysitafernandez7225]

I'm sure you would looooove the parenting junkie ! So much information and a very concious approach to parenting. I loved your video ❤

[@nszeile]

Amazing video! Thank you for the effort making this useful video!!!!

[@danielaalamo1686]

As a mother of a 2-year old girl myself, I'm completely grateful for your advice on rephrasing the "no"s to "I can't let you...". The idea of encouraging a grown mindset is something I aspire to do with my daughter and will be implementing this advice from now on

[@sarahhumm396]

Love this video Mimi!

[@TheSharmaNeeta]

Love love love this. You’ve summarised a lot of books I’ve wanted to read and given great info. Brain rules for baby is one my hubby is reading and liking. Thank you 🙏🏼

[@Achieve.]

very helpful. Thank you Mimi

[@JennygoestoNYC]

Thank you for Sharing. It has been a great video as always. Even though I don't have kids it teaches me a lot I have to consider before taking this huge decision. Lots of love for you 🌹

[@gpworx]

You’re such an inspiration ❤️

[@MimiIkonn]

Patricia H love you Patricia ❤️

[@swatipai168]

Best video on parenting, more such videos please. Thanks for the sharing the books on parenting. So many of parenting questions answered here.

[@blancacharlesvlogs7368]

Thank you for sharing Mimi You are always absolutely beautiful 💕

[@vitakhan307]

Thank you, Mimi!! Though I have no kids myself, the video was so interesting and useful to me. The way how you avoid the word No and the ways how you handle in tantrum and meltdown situations, which Alexa presents you, it is really great and educative. You are a bravo mama and that just all in your life would be great! Health, independence and happiness are really important values in life!! 😘